Weekend links

I took the day off work today and it was the best decision I've made in a long time. I slept in, went for a long walk, did some Christmas shopping and had lunch with Tony. We're having homemade pizza tonight and hoping to check out this night market too. It definitely feels like the holidays are on their way. Here are a few relaxing things for the days ahead:

A Scandinavian-inspired brunch with meatballs.

39 reasons to feel content.

Simple gifts for the home (I'm especially interested in this book).

How to make Kung Pao chicken at home.

An insane elopement.

The Food Podcast was love at first listen. I just finished the food rituals episode. 

I also found this podcast about farming in Japan incredibly relaxing. 

Two new presidents, two very different New Yorker covers. 

And I've just discovered Chris Ware's latest graphic novella, The Last Saturday.

Have a great weekend!